Niseko Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Niseko
This is the Snow Forecast for Niseko, Japan for 16 days from 15 November.
Updated 15 November 2025 19:32 NZDT.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Niseko.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Niseko Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Niseko?
| Next Snow Expected | 17 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 8cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 14cm |
| Next 7 Days | 18cm |
Forecast for today in Niseko
Max 4℃
Min -1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ to daytime highs around 4℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
15
Snow unlikely
Clear spells.
Niseko has 14cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Niseko Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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| Sat 15 | Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | Thu 20 | Fri 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | S F3 | NW F4 | NW F3 | NW F2 | ||
| 1,308m | -3℃
| 3℃
 +1cm
| -3℃
 +12cm
| -8℃
+2cm
| -5℃
| -1℃
| 0℃
+2cm
|
| S F3 | NW F4 | NW F3 | NW F2 | ||||
| 804m | 2℃
| 8℃
| 2℃
+8cm
| -3℃
+2cm
| 0℃
| 5℃
| 5℃
+1cm
|
| SW F2 | S F3 | NW F4 | NW F3 | NW F2 | |||
| 300m | 4℃
| 10℃
| 4℃
+4cm
| -2℃
+2cm
| 1℃
| 6℃
| 6℃
+1cm
|
| Snow Line | varying 499m | 819m | varying 609m | 300m | varying 479m | ||
| Max Town | 4℃ | 10℃ | 4℃ | -2℃ | 1℃ | 6℃ | 6℃ |
| Min Town | -1℃ | 4℃ | -3℃ | -3℃ | -1℃ | 2℃ | 0℃ |
This table shows the average forecast snowfall, the maximum temperature, and expected general weather at resort, lower and upper mountain levels. For daily forecast details, see below.
Niseko Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.
Max 4℃
Min -1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ to daytime highs around 4℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
15
Snow unlikely
Clear spells.
Max 10℃
Min 4℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ to daytime highs around 10℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
16
up to 1cm New Snow
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Snow falling to 819m, with rain below.
Max 4℃
Min -3℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 4℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
17
4cm to 12cm New Snow
Light snow showers.
Snow Line from 609m to resort level.
Max -2℃
Min -3℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -3℃ and not getting above -2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
18
2cm New Snow
Light snow showers early, then cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 1℃
Min -1℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ and rising to 1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Clear spells.
Max 6℃
Min 2℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 6℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
20
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
Max 6℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 6℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
21
1cm to 2cm New Snow
Clear spells first, cloudy then light snow, light snow showers later.
Snow Line from 479m to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Niseko, Japan gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Niseko, on any given piste or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
Niseko Snow Forecast updated at 19:32 NZDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Niseko
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niseko Annupuri | 9cm | 21cm | |||||||
| Niseko Village/Higashiyama | 11cm | 14cm | |||||||
| Niseko Kokusai Moiwa | 7cm | 14cm | |||||||
| Kiroro | 9cm | 11cm | |||||||
| Niseko Hanazono | 2cm | 3cm | |||||||
| Niseko Grand Hirafu | 3cm | 5cm | |||||||
| Rusutsu | - | 1cm |
Snow Reliability
Niseko is famous for its reliable snowfall, often receiving over 15 meters each season and maintaining excellent snow depth. To ensure you have the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information on snow quality and weather forecasts.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Niseko
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Niseko, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Niseko, but like any mountain, snow conditions change throughout the season, from day to day, and even from hour to hour.
Whether you’re sticking to the marked pistes or venturing off-piste, here’s what you need to know:
Pistes (Groomers) or Off-Piste
These can be a world apart, regarding snow conditions, even ignoring the difference between the natural terrain features to be found off-piste and the generally controlled surfaces and slopes of a pisted (groomed) run.
- Piste Conditions can range from fresh powder to firm, icy surfaces, particularly after warm spells or a busy day on the mountain with the passage of many skiers.
- Off-Piste Conditions are far more variable. Wind and sun can quickly transform fresh snow into wind crust or slushy layers, whilst cold weather can preserve stashes of powder many days after a snowfall.
WARNING - skiing off-piste (out-of-bounds) at Niseko is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, know the Avalanche Risk Level, ski with safety kit (and know how to use it), and never ski alone.
Analyzing Weather and Snowfall Forecasts
Whilst no forecast can tell you exactly how snow conditions in Niseko will develop, checking the forecast regularly should give you an idea of what to expect.
New snowfall can bring fresh powder and refresh the surfaces of pisted runs. Powder can be tracked out quickly at busy times, but in less crowded and shaded areas, fresh snow can linger for days.
Changes in weather conditions, such as milder temperatures, rain or wind, can degrade snow quality. Conversely, cold, stable weather can preserve conditions for extended periods.
Predicting Future Snow Quality
Regularly check our snow and weather forecasts for Niseko for changes that may affect snow quality. Forecast snowfall depth and recent snowfall are good indicators of what to expect.
Use historical data and recent snow reports to understand past snow conditions and anticipate future changes.